Isaku Kanno
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Isaku Kanno is a leading figure in the development of piezoelectric thin-film actuators and micro-robotic systems, with a focus on integrating functional materials into compact, high-performance devices. His most-cited work, "Simple millimeter-scale robot using Pb(Zr, Ti) piezoelectric thin film actuator on titanium substrate" (2016, 16 citations), exemplifies his innovative approach to miniaturization, demonstrating how lead zirconate titanate (PZT) films deposited on titanium substrates can drive simple, millimeter-scale robots with remarkable precision. This contribution bridges materials science and robotics, offering a scalable pathway for creating untethered, low-power micro-robots for applications in medical devices, inspection, and environmental monitoring. Kanno’s research has been instrumental in advancing the practical use of piezoelectric materials, achieving notable impact through his focus on substrate engineering and actuator design. His work continues to inspire new generations of researchers in micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS) and soft robotics, highlighting the potential of thin-film technologies to revolutionize small-scale automation.
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